8 Glimpses Into the World of Convict Conditioning

Who would have thought prisons would be the last bastions of true fitness? This is the idea put forth by Paul Wade. Wade’s story is a unique one, in and of itself. He is a nearly twenty-year veteran of the penal system. He learned about bodyweight exercises and calisthenics from the professionals – hardcore convicts without access to equipment. According to Wade, the convicts are the ultimate proof that calisthenics and old-school exercises work.

Here are eight glimpses into Paul Wade's world of Convict Conditioning. Get ready to get your get your hands dirty.